[vinnycactus]

What is different is that she is a week past her due date. Hit a local trail. Beginner type trail but allowed her to ride about 7 miles.

Pre-ride

Small log crossing

Rocks

Little air

 

[splat]

Jacob ! your Crazy!!!

 

[LordOpie]

she trying to shake the baby loose?

Wouldn't sex and multiple orgasms just be easier?

Very cool tho! Your wife rocks.

 

[Kntr]

Not smart at all. But hey, do what ya want.

I wouldnt let my wife ride after we found out she was prego. Its just not worth it. One small mishap and your life could be changed forever.

 

[LordOpie]

Not smart at all. But hey, do what ya want.

I wouldnt let my wife ride after we found out she was prego. Its just not worth it. One small mishap and your life could be changed forever.

In defense of them, the baby is pretty safe in there. I agree with your thinking of err on the side of caution, but it's not like she had the baby in a baby backpack -- which I've seen on ski slopes

 

[vinnycactus]

Jacob ! your Crazy!!!

I'm not crazy. She's the one that is pregnant!!

Crazy, dumb, hardcore......call it what you will. She's pregnant, not cripple. Trust me, I was leary of taking her in the woods, away from our neighborhood rides. Her being very active during her pregnancy has been a huge help in keeping her comfortable.

 

[Jim Mac]

Wombs are probably safer than FF helmets! There's a reason for its design and all the amniotic fluid involved. Our midwife said my wife should go for a ride or hike to help "get things going"! Nice pics and good luck - Jim

 

[I Are Baboon]

That's awesome. Good for her.

 

[TreeSaw]

Not smart at all. But hey, do what ya want.

I wouldnt let my wife ride after we found out she was prego. Its just not worth it. One small mishap and your life could be changed forever.

I'm glad you aren't my husband!!!

 

[TreeSaw]

I'm not crazy. She's the one that is pregnant!!

Crazy, dumb, hardcore......call it what you will. She's pregnant, not cripple. Trust me, I was leary of taking her in the woods, away from our neighborhood rides. Her being very active during her pregnancy has been a huge help in keeping her comfortable.

Definitely...I had an active pregnancy and never had a problem!

 

[Streamline]

Wow! Doctor told us riding was a big no no. I would worry more due to her being past the due date. The babies head is right there. But as long as there weren't any mishaps, THAT ROCKS!

 

[MMcG]

Wow! and she's kickin ass on those trails too!!! Much respect!!!

 

[TreeSaw]

I do need to give you a word of caution....riding mountain bike while pregnant will definitely lead to a child that comes out an adrenaline junky.

 

[vinnycactus]

I do need to give you a word of caution....riding mountain bike while pregnant will definitely lead to a child that comes out an adrenaline junky.

that's what i was "shooting" for..........

 

[4traxx]

Thats pretty cool . I wish my wife could ride at all .

 

[TreeSaw]

that's what i was "shooting" for..........

LOL! Be careful what you wish for. My daughter's 12 months old and thinks she's indestructible. Last night she decided to climb onto the dining room table and dance and then sit on the back of the dining room chair and ride it like a horsey

 

[sunny]

Wow! Doctor told us riding was a big no no. I would worry more due to her being past the due date. The babies head is right there. But as long as there weren't any mishaps, THAT ROCKS!

WARNING: Might be more info than you men want (it's almost more than I want...)
Due dates are often inaccurate. Doctors often go by charts and the woman's cycle to tell you a due date. If she ovulated past day 14, the due date will be off. They can be off by as much as 3 weeks.

Doctors also vary in their advice, depending on your current physical state. A few months ago I had laproscopic surgery to remove a cyst that was about 9x5 cm (yeah, huge). My doctor told me to take it easy that week - bike no more than 50 miles or so, she said as she chuckled. I ended up doing over 75 before the end of the week.

Vinnycactus - you totally rock (almost as much as your waay rad hella cool wife) for embracing life and encouraging your wife to do so too. Your kids will be confident and unafraid. May God grant them many years.

 

[vinnycactus]

Thanks for the very kind words Sunny!! My wife is much cooler than I am.

As a side note, Sunday morning we will be going for our last ride for a little while as she's getting induced that afternoon.

 

[splat]

Jacob , tell Taryn she is still sexy as ever!!!

o and we will want Baby Pics too!

 

[vinnycactus]

Jacob , tell Taryn she is still sexy as ever!!!

o and we will want Baby Pics too!

haha......will do John.

i give up some baby pics as soon as I can. gotta get her to pop out first.

 

[moff_quigley]

RESPECT. Beyond awesome.

 

[laura]

She's pregnant, not cripple.

I'll drink to that. Congrats on the baby, congrats on the kick ass wife.

 

[vinnycactus]

We never quite made it out for one final ride. My wife started mild contractions saturday. by the time we made it to our scheduled appt on sunday, she was already 5 1/2 cm dialated. good news as she wouldn't have to be induced. so after about 2hrs of "hard" labor, Emerson Leigh Burns was born. 8lbs 5oz, 20.5". My wife was able able to make it through all of labor 100% natural. Most amazing experience of my life.

5 minutes before leaving for the hospital

essentials are packed

heading into the office

this was taken after labor

Emerson Leigh 20 minutes old

going home

Kona approves

 

[gastro]

Bravo! Congratulations.

 

[CA_Descender]

I guess this is as good a thread as any to jump into the mix.

Congrats VC and welcome to fatherhood. My wife rode well into her third trimester before she had to stop when we had our daughter and then again when we had our son. Calling them adrenaline junkies would be an understatement.

See what happens though when the Mrs rides that hard and that far into her pregnancy? The kid gets bloodied eyes.

DBD

 

[TreeSaw]

YEAH!!!! CONGRATULATIONS to you and the Mrs.!!!

 

[splat]

COngrats JAcob and Taryn! She is Beutiful! Ejoy She grows up fast

 

[MMcG]

Congratulations!!!!!! Beautiful Baby!!!

 

[BadDNA]

Congo rats! Great looking kid!

 

[mtnbike805]

It's great she staying active,it will surely make the delivery easyer.

But I think she sand baging you!

 

[Streamline]

Great way to bring in a new year. Congratulations and the best of luck sleeping. Don't you love the head shocks they get (c: My sons head was so big it kept popping off like a rubber band lol.